India reached the semi-final of the Asian Games men’s cricket competition after their quarter-final against Afghanistan was abandoned without a toss. Rain and a damp outfield made play impossible on Monday.

According to match reports, persistent showers left the outfield unfit despite the ground staff’s efforts. With no play possible, India advanced on the basis of their higher ICC T20I seeding.

India will now face the winner of the Nepal-Sri Lanka quarter-final in the semi-final. The washout denied fans a contest, but India’s superior ranking ensured their progress in the tournament.

Pakistan also reached the semi-finals after their quarter-final was washed out, according to reports. The semi-final line-up will be completed once the remaining quarter-finals are decided.

The men’s cricket competition is being played in the T20 format at the Asian Games. India entered as one of the favourites, and the semi-final will be their first real test of the tournament.